Nevada charges inmates to make phone calls. Maybe it shouldn’t.

In Nevada, inmates are charged exorbitant fees for phone calls and video visits, leading to significant financial burdens for their families. Alisha Anderson, for example, faced a $600 bill for keeping in touch with her incarcerated husband. This practice raises ethical questions about the fairness and impact on inmates' families, especially those already dealing with the emotional toll of separation. It's prompting discussions about whether such high fees are justified and what alternatives might be more humane and sustainable.